Most Toyota models are equipped with an alarm from the factory. People who own Toyotas often rely solely on their vehicle’s factory alarm to protect against car theft.
The truth is that things aren’t quite so simple.
We’ll discuss the shortcomings of Toyota factory alarms, demonstrate how a security system upgrade protects your car from sophisticated theft, and explain how these upgraded systems can bring security and serenity to your driving experience.
Are Factory Alarms Really Effective?
The factory alarms implemented in Toyotas are meant to initiate once a door is opened and prevent the ignition of your vehicle. A quick look might suggest that’s adequate. But here’s the problem: They’ve become so commonplace and lack diversity that criminals know exactly how to deactivate them.
Most factory alarms will activate when a door is opened while no one is inside, paralyze the ignition for a brief moment, and sound the alarm with flashing lights if someone opens a door without first deactivating it.
But most do not detect or respond to more sophisticated threats. Signal jamming and relay attacks are often too advanced for factory alarms. They don’t track vehicle location in real time or send mobile alerts to owners. Nor do they shield against thieves using stolen key fobs or gaining unauthorized access to the vehicle’s electronics network. This means that your Toyota’s factory alarm may not be sufficient to deter today’s most prevalent types of sophisticated vehicle thefts.
Why Toyotas Are Targeted
Many Toyota models are favored by thieves due to several characteristics. They enjoy great value on the secondhand market, and their components are in continual demand. A wide range of resources exists to help people gain access to Toyotas. Many Toyota models have outdated digital security features, and they usually use standard patterns for their alarm wiring.
These qualities make Toyota cars alluring to both everyday criminals and well-organized syndicates who know how to beat the built-in security features.
The Benefits of Upgrading Your Alarm System
Protect yourself with an aftermarket system designed specifically for Toyota vehicles. Aftermarket solutions outshine conventional alarms with their use of advanced functions, like smart sensor security systems and multiple levels of defense.
Take a look at all the benefits aftermarket Toyota anti-theft systems offer.
Ready to upgrade your Toyota’s protection? Explore our smart security sensors designed specifically to detect unauthorized activity like towing, glass breakage, or CAN-bus interference—before it’s too late.
Real-Time Smartphone Alerts
You’ll receive an alert on your smartphone the moment your vehicle is disturbed, regardless of your location. Highly accurate sensors quickly alert you to potential security risks.
Aftermarket solutions identify motions, such as if the vehicle is being raised for tow truck theft, glass breakage, or warning signs of breaches to the car’s electronic bus (CAN data).
Engine Immobilization
We add an additional security feature that ensures your engine won’t start unless permitted through a secret code or by presenting the correct key.
GPS Tracking
You can keep an eye on your vehicle’s location wherever it goes by accessing tracking information whenever you need it.
Our systems are compatible with vehicles from older and newer generations. AV Sales provides protection tailored to Toyota models, old and new.
Need the best protection for your Toyota on the road? AV Sales offers tailor-made, hassle-free security systems designed specifically for Toyota drivers.
How Difficult Is It to Install?
Many people believe that increasing your car’s security requires a high level of technical ability. However, you’ll find that most AV Sales systems are designed to be straightforward to set up.
Vehicle-specific wiring harnesses and video guides tailored to your specific model and year guide you through every step of the installation process. With QR code access to tutorials and expert help available if something goes wrong, even those new to car electronics can often complete the installation of a Toyota car security system upgrade in a matter of hours.
The Secret to True Security is Having Reliable Tech
Basic alarms simply alert the thief that you’ve caught them—they’re not enough to deter today’s sophisticated criminals. Modern crooks have access to advanced technology, so your car’s protection should be equally advanced.
Upgrading your Toyota car security system with a product from AV Sales provides you with greater control, smarter alerts, and stronger deterrents.
You’ll also significantly increase your chances of stopping a theft or recovering your Toyota if—God forbid—it’s ever stolen.
Final Thoughts
While able to alert you of an intrusion, factory alarms can’t defend against newer methods thieves use to steal Toyota cars. Your best choice for protecting your Toyota against thieves is to invest in an aftermarket Toyota anti-theft solution.
Protect your Toyota with smarter technology. Check out our Toyota-compatible models and follow our easy installation guide to level up your car’s security—no technician needed. Have questions? Contact us for personalized support.